Woodside National Historic Site is the childhood home of former Canadian Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King. King resided there from 1886 to 1893. The house is located in the city of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The house was built in 1853.
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An ex-house of the late ex-prime minister of Canada, Mr. Mackenzie King. I like everything about the house. The park surrounding the house, the trail, the exterior and the interior of the house that are classy Victorian minimalist. Gabriel and Holy were hospitable and knowledgeable, guiding me throughout the house. The film played in the basement was both entertaining and educating. The free shortbread was also scrumptious. This museum needs more attention and I suggest people to buy the ticket before coming as the wait outside can be long depending on...
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Hours are very limited to mostly summer and Christmas so make sure it is open. Grounds are always open and are a nice place to stroll or have a picnic. Lots of picnic tables and garbage cans available. Grounds are small. It would only take 15 minutes to thoroughly explore. House is intestine and well kept up if you do get to go in. There are guided tours and lots of special activities when it is open, such as baking and making...
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This is a wonderful piece of history. Too bad the government cutbacks closed it to the public. On the plus side, if you do go, make sure you knock on the door. Woodside is used as a local office for Parks Canada. If there is anyone working, They probably will let you in. The person working there is the former curator for the Woodside National Historic Site and knows everything there is to know about Woodside. ...
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